Axiom M3Ti MSRP $275/pr
The Axiom M3Ti is the second largest speaker in the shoot out. It
has a physical size of 13.5" tall x 8.25" wide x 8.5 deep". The speaker is a
vented bass reflex 2-way design that incorporates a 1-inch titanium tweeter and a 6.5-inch aluminum
woofer. The speaker has a claimed frequency response of 50Hz-22kHz. Efficiency is rated at 90dB. The
Axiom M3Ti has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms and has a maximum input power rating of 175 watts. The
Axiom M3Ti has a limited warranty of 5 years and a 30-day money back guarantee if not satisfied with
the purchase.
The speaker enclosure is tapered from front to back. This type of construction is used to reduce resonance. The enclosure is very solid and easily passed the knuckle rap test. The vinyl finish is superb with no obvious seams or distortions.
All of the drivers on the front
baffle are recessed; this is important to reduce diffraction. The grill is secured to the front
baffle with rubber grommets. The grill itself is a little on the flimsy side. On the back you will
find gold plated metal knurled multi-way binding posts, the vortex port opening, and the bolt for the
optional mounting hardware. The speaker's standard finishes include Black, Cherry, Beech, and
Maple.
Removing the drivers, we found that the enclosure is constructed from ¾-inch MDF. The enclosure is packed to capacity with poly fill. Removing the fill we found 18 AWG wire from the crossover to the drivers. The vortex port is constructed from heavy-duty thick wall plastic and secured in place with high quality glue. The overall fit and finish of the enclosure is excellent.
The drivers in the Axiom are top notch at this price. The tweeter is a titanium-based heavy-duty high power handling model. The aluminum woofer is magnetically shielded and has a stamped steel basket with heavy-duty spider and motor structure. Tapping on the stamped steel basket with my pencil, I heard very little ringing.
